ADHD For Dummies
Höfundar:
Jeff Strong; Carol MacHendrie (Útgáfa: 2)
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Demystify ADHD with simple explanations of the basics and the latest research Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most globally prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders. ADHD For Dummies explores living a healthy and fulfilling life with ADHD, from seeking diagnosis to choosing the right treatment path for you or your loved one. You’ll read about the latest in ADHD research, equipping you with valuable knowledge as you care for a child with ADHD or explore your own ADHD symptoms as an adult.
This book provides the answers you need on how to deal with day-to-day challenges at home, school, and work, and how to find support and counseling. With appropriate management, anyone can live a great life with ADHD. Learn what ADHD is--and what it isn’t Get up to date with the latest information on ADHD, including medications and non-medical treatments Find the right professional to help you get the support you or your children needThis is the perfect Dummies guide for both parents of children with ADHD and adults with ADHD looking to learn more.
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- Wiley Professional Development (P&T)
- 9781394219100
- 9781394219087
- ePub
- 2
- Jeff Strong; Carol MacHendrie
- English
- 2024-01-31
- 100
- 10
- 2
Kaflar
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Introduction
- About This Book
- Foolish Assumptions
- Icons Used in This Book
- Beyond the Book
- Where to Go from Here
- Part 1: The ABCs of ADHD
- Chapter 1: ADHD Basics
- Identifying Symptoms of ADHD
- Clueing in on ADHD’s Origins
- Getting a Diagnosis of ADHD
- Viewing Various Treatment Approaches
- Recognizing ADHD’s Role in Your Life
- Chapter 2: Exploring the Causes of ADHD
- Gaining Perspective from Past Theories
- Coming at ADHD Research from All Sides
- Examining Self-Regulation’s Role in ADHD
- Exploring Current ADHD Research
- Getting Down to the Bottom Line
- Chapter 3: The Many Facets of ADHD
- Picturing the Primary Symptoms of ADHD
- Considering Some Secondary Symptoms
- Facing ADHD in Different Populations
- Part 2: Diagnosing ADHD
- Chapter 4: Moving Forward with a Diagnosis
- Help Wanted: Searching for the Right Person or People
- Examining Your Values
- Evaluating Your ADHD Professional
- Getting a Second Opinion
- Managing Your Care
- Being Eligible for Services
- Chapter 5: Navigating the Evaluation Process
- Preparing for the Evaluation Process
- Mental Health Evaluations
- Medical Testing
- Educational Testing
- Motor, Cognitive, and Social Skills Testing
- Behavioral Assessment
- Performance Testing and Your Ability to Maintain Attention
- Knowing What to Do after Diagnosis
- Chapter 6: Investigating Conditions with ADHD-like Symptoms
- Understanding Differential Diagnosis: Sorting Out Your Symptoms
- Mental Disorders Sharing Features with ADHD
- Medical Conditions: Making a Physical Connection
- Sensory Processing Disorders Overlapping with ADHD
- Pseudo-ADHD and Environmental Influences
- Part 3: Treating ADHD
- Chapter 7: Choosing the Best Treatment Options for You
- Understanding the Three Levels of Treatment
- Trying Multiple Treatments Together
- Developing Your Plan for Treatment
- Keeping Up-to-Date on New Therapies
- Chapter 8: Managing Medication
- Considering Whether Medication Is Right for You
- Understanding How ADHD Medications Work
- Exploring Medication Types
- Monitoring Your Success with Medication
- Chapter 9: Queuing Up Counseling, Coaching, and Training
- Thinking about How Counseling Can Add to Your Treatment Plan
- Exploring Counseling and Therapy Options
- Adding an ADHD Coach to Your Treatment Team
- Looking at Training to Help You Develop Important Skills
- Finding the Right Counselor, Coach, or Trainer for You
- Chapter 10: Managing Problem Behaviors
- Taking Behavior 101
- Looking at Behavioral Treatment Strategies
- Chapter 11: Considering How Nutrition, Supplements, and Your Environment May Impact ADHD
- Digging Into a Healthy Diet
- Viewing Vitamin and Herb Supplements
- Nutraceuticals: Combining Vitamins and Herbs
- Addressing Possible Aggravators in Your Environment
- Chapter 12: Examining Neuromodulation Therapies
- Altering Brain Activity Through Neurofeedback
- Using Auditory Brain Stimulation to Ease ADHD Symptoms
- Using Electrical Brain Stimulation to Dim Your ADHD Symptoms
- Making Sense of Magnetic Brain Stimulation
- Chapter 13: Getting a Handle on Rebalancing Therapies
- Balancing Energy through Acupuncture
- Helping Your Body Heal Itself with Homeopathy
- Using Manipulation Therapies
- Assisting Your Brain with Processing Sensory Information
- Looking Into Vision Therapies
- Part 4: Living with ADHD
- Chapter 14: Accentuating the Positive
- Seeing the Positive in Your Symptoms
- Examining Areas of Aptitude
- Finding and Nurturing the Areas Where You Excel
- Chapter 15: Creating Harmony at Home
- Laying the Foundation for a Healthy Homelife
- Improving Your Homelife When You Have ADHD
- Being Single and Dating with ADHD
- Parenting a Child with ADHD
- Living with a Partner Who Has ADHD
- Adopting Good Habits
- Chapter 16: Creating Success at School
- Overcoming Challenges at Any Age
- Getting to Know Your Legal Rights
- Addressing Your Child’s Needs: Developing an Educational Plan
- Getting the Most from Your Child’s Teachers
- Documenting Your School Experiences
- Dealing with Difficult Times in School
- Exploring Schooling Alternatives
- Working with Your Child at Home
- Chapter 17: Winning at Work
- Getting an Overview of ADHD Challenges at Work
- To Tell or Not to Tell: Sharing Your Diagnosis with Coworkers
- Managing Yourself
- Working on Work Relationships
- Doing Day-to-Day Tasks
- Creating Overall Success for Yourself
- Going It Alone: Being Self-Employed
- Part 5: The Part of Tens
- Chapter 18: Ten (Plus) Tips to Organize Your Life
- Writing Down Ideas and Appointments
- Setting Reminders
- Organizing Your Time
- Employing Technology
- Charting Your Schedule
- Planning Ahead
- Completing Your Projects
- Cutting Clutter Off at the Source
- Putting Things in Their Places
- Creating a Color-Coding System
- Deciding What’s Really Important to You
- Chapter 19: Ten (or So) Ways to Improve Your Family Relationships
- Taking Responsibility
- Focusing on the Positive
- Releasing Anger and Resentment
- Getting Rid of Guilt
- Talking It Out
- Working Together
- Having Regular Family Meetings
- Being Realistic
- Having Fun Together
- Walking Away before Blowing Up
- Prioritizing Time to Destress
- Chapter 20: Ten Resources for More Information and Ongoing Support
- Internet Forums
- Websites
- Support Groups
- Your Child’s School
- Local Colleges and Universities
- Your ADHD Professional
- Books on Specific Aspects of ADHD
- The Library
- Family and Friends
- Talk Therapy
- Appendix: Treatment Tracking Forms
- Keeping Daily Tabs on Your Treatment
- Performing Periodic Effectiveness Assessments
- Index
- About the Authors
- Connect with Dummies
- End User License Agreement